Their Faraday-cage design completely shields stored materials against induced electrostatic charges. In fact, tests show that the static protection offered by these Faraccators™ far exceeds that of stainless steel desiccator cabinets with glass sides or doors. They conform to DOD HDBK 263 and meet the static decay requirements of MIL-SPEC 1686.

Shell Design of Faracctor™ Storage DesiccatorFabricated of clear acrylic or Static Dissipative PVC, Faraccator™ Storage Systems provide full 360° viewing of stored components. Solvent-welding and contamination-free materials guarantee a clean environment free of outgassing. Faraccator™ cabinets house from one to four air-tight compartments of two different widths (see dimensional guide). And because Faraccator™ components are standardized, you can easily replace a damaged door, either with another door from your own stock or simply by phoning in an order

Faraccator™ Has Slide-Out Drawers and RunnersThe system's conductive trays are made of type 304 stainless steel. They can be easily removed and used as handling trays throughout manufacturing or testing operations; this flexibility eliminates the need directly to touch, and possibly contaminate, sensitive microelectronic components. It also allows you to perform kitting and inventory procedures at a laminar flow station, and to minimize the time that access doors must remain open.

The trays mount easily into the system's runners to become slide-out drawers. Runners feature an easy-glide suspension system that supports up to 40 lbs (18.1 kg). When fully extended and allows full access to every inch of drawer space. Two-drawer compartments provide 5.25" (133mm) of clearance for stored materials (such as 4", 102mm, waffle packs); three-drawer compartments provide 3.1875" (81mm) of clearance and are ideal for 2" (51mm) waffle packs.

For extended service life and improved sealing performance, Terra recommends optional stainless steel door frames, which include a unique, one-piece gasket that will not shrink or migrate over extended exposure to a pressurized cabinet.

Complete Humidity and Particle ControlAll Terra Faraccators™ feature a gas inlet for the introduction of nitrogen and an outlet for an Automatic RB® (Relief/Bleed) Valve, which guarantees a uniform positive pressure and guards against warping or rupturing caused by excessive internal pressure. This continuous positive pressure effectively blocks out moisture and contaminants.

System options include the Dual Purge System, which provides a variable flow of nitrogen into the Faraccator™, and the NitroWatch®, which automatically controls the moisture level. These two systems operate in tandem to ensure a dry, particle-free environment and to extend the shelf life of your valuable materials.

For enhanced contamination control, select Faraccators™ made of transparent Static Dissipative PVC. This revolutionary material features static dissipative surfaces that will not attract charged particles - inside or out. It thus helps keep the exterior of the Faraccator™ as clean as the interior - an important consideration in the cleanroom environment.

Select Ionizing Nozzles for applications that involve nonconductive materials. These nozzles emit free ions that neutralize any charged surfaces inside the Faraccator™. They also help control contamination by making sure that no charged particles can cling to an inside surface.

Stainless Steel Inlays and Dividers The optional inlays furnish each drawer with type 304 stainless steel inlay sides, slotted every 0.375" (10mm) to permit easy insertion of stainless steel dividers (dividers must be ordered separately). Inlays are offered as a package when you order a Faraccator™ with 2" (51mm) deep trays. Inlay packages can also be ordered for other drawer heights, and individual inlays are also available to let you design your own bin sizes.

Inlays allow front-to-back storage of up to 192 2" (51mm) waffle packs (with clips) in small trays, and up to 240 2" (51mm) waffle packs in large trays.